Top Italy Rail Tours - page 4

Tuscany has been known for its pottery since ancient times, and with this hands-on class you’ll enjoy an introduction to traditional Tuscan “majolica” in just a few hours. Head to a family-run workshop in Montelupo, a village known for its pottery production since the Renaissance. Visit a real pottery factory and learn about Italian techniques then create your own masterpiece that you can take home alongside a master potter.

Time is of the essence when taking a day trip to Florence from Rome. This tour includes round-trip high-speed train tickets and handles all of the coordination, while giving you hours of free time to explore Florence independently (no guide include). Enjoy the city's Renaissance highlights, shop at the outdoor market, and relax over lunch at your own pace before returning to Rome by train.

Escape to the city and head to the beautiful Alps on this full-day tour from Milan to St. Moritz, Switzerland. Take a guided tour of the alpine town and enjoy time to sample delicious desserts or do a bit of shopping. End your day with a ride on the Bernina Express, also known as the highest train in Europe, to the town of Tirano.

Visiting Pompeii from Rome independently means hours on crowded trains and buses. Save time and travel in comfort on this escorted day trip by air-conditioned coach. Take an expert-led tour through the ancient ruins of Pompeii and opt to customize your adventure by adding a steady-paced crater hike or scenic walk with a local geologist at Mt. Vesuvius or a 3-course Neapolitan lunch with views of the Bay of Naples.

Discover the delights of Tuscany on a private day trip from Florence. With a knowledgeable private driver, travel through the renowned Chianti wine region to visit the towns of Siena and San Gimignano. See famous landmarks like Siena’s Piazza del Campo, home to the annual Palio horserace, and the medieval hilltop towers of San Gimignano.

Capri is considered a jewel of the Mediterranean, but ticking off the island’s highlights in a single day can prove a challenge. Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day shared tour from either Naples or Sorrento includes round-trip port-to-port ferry tickets, minibus transfers around Capri, and visits to Anacapri and Marina Grande. Top it off with a boat ride to see the famous Blue Grotto.

See the Tuscan gems of San Gimignano, Siena, and Monteriggioni in just one day on this group tour from Florence. First, stop in the medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano before seeing the intact walls of Monteriggioni. Then it is time for a typical Tuscan lunch at a Chianti wintery that includes a guided wine tasting and “vin santo." Top off your trip in Siena to explore its historic city center with a stop at the Duomo.

Get hands-on experience with one-to-one guidance during a private glassmaking lesson. Discover the secrets of Murano glassmaking techniques from one of the most renowned craftsmen of Venice. The 90-minute workshop includes all materials—including your own marvelous glass artwork to take home—plus a 10 percent discount on glassworks from the artist.

Escape Rome, and visit two UNESCO World Heritage-listed wonders in one day, all without the hassle of driving or planning an itinerary yourself. Leave the challenging coastal roads to a professional as you focus on the beautiful scenery of the Amalfi Coast, and dive deep into ancient Roman history by touring Pompeii with an archaeologist guide. Enjoy free time in Sorrento or Positano to sightsee, shop, and dine (own expense) before returning to Rome.

With its maze-like streets, Venice isn’t easy to explore for first-timers. This private full-day walking tour from Rome takes you straight to the highlights—and whisks you back by nightfall. With a guide on hand to keep things running smoothly, you’ll enjoy the magic of Italy’s Floating City without the usual travel stresses. Hotel pickup adds extra convenience to your journey.

Channel the artistry of Italian masterpieces during a private 2-hour painting class in the heart of Rome. All materials are included for your convenience and no previous fine art experience is necessary, as your guide provides a crash course in color, composition, and technique. Leave class with a finished canvas to bring home, gift a friend, or commemorate your visit.

Discover one of Italy’s most beautiful stretches of coastline on a private day trip from Rome. Explore the archaeological ruins of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before visiting the picturesque town of Positano. Enjoy free time in Positano to shop, stroll along the beach, or stop for a meal (own expense). Make several more stops along the Amalfi Coast before returning to Rome by dinnertime.

Break from the hustle and bustle of Florence for a tour into the heart of the Tuscan countryside. On this small-group excursion, visit the villages of Certaldo and Monteriggioni, learn to make authentic Tuscan dishes during a cooking class, and sample several Chianti wines during a guided tasting and lunch. This tour includes a balanced mix of guided exploration with free time at each destination.

Experience the scenery and architecture of Lake Como on a half-day trip from Milan that includes round-trip train tickets, a guided tour that’s capped at 10 people, and ample free time. You’ll find historic landmarks in Como, places to shop and relax, and a lakeside promenade that’s perfect for a stroll. After a Lake Como morning tour, you’re free to stay as long as you wish before returning to Milan.

Optimize your time in Rome and take in the highlights of Florence in a single day on this private tour via high-speed train. Meet your guide at the station and zip from Rome to Florence in just 90 minutes, then get your bearings with a short walking tour of the city. Visit Michelangelo's "David" with pre-booked Accademia tickets, plus shop, dine, and sightsee at your leisure during hours of assisted free time before the return train.

Leave Rome for a day to see the Amalfi Coast and Positano with this hassle-free trip by train. Making it easy for you to see Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed coastline in less time, the day trip includes high-speed train travel between Rome and Naples, plus a boat tour that passes the towns of Positano and Amalfi. Drinks, snacks, and cool-down dips in the sea are part of the package, too.

Skip the hassle of big group tours and discover the rich coastal splendor of the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre towns on this small-group excursion from Pisa. With an expert guide to lead the way, travel along the seductive curve of the coast by boat or train (weather dependent) and visit the enchanting villages of the Cinque Terre region where colorful houses are clustered above the shore.

Meet our group leader at Termini Station in Rome and board the modern high-speed train to Naples. The lost city of Pompeii awaits after a one-hour ride and a quick transfer by coach. With your skip-the-line ticket in hand, enter the ruins and explore at your own pace. Step back in time as you wander the ancient cobblestone streets where bakeries, shops, and even hidden brothels stand as ghostly reminders of a past civilisation. Take in the tragic yet awe-inspiring plaster casts of the immortalized silent witnesses to the fury of Mt. Vesuvius during their devastating last moments alive. Feel the mystery deepen as you explore the perfectly preserved ruins of a city trapped in time. Take some time for a leisurely lunch, then return to the pre-set meeting point. Hop on our private air-conditioned coach for the short ride back to Naples before a smooth high-speed train journey back to Rome. As outlined above, this experience is self-guided inside the ruins at Pompeii.

See two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day without the hassle of navigating unfamiliar public transportation on your own with this full-day guided tour of the Cinque Terre and Pisa. Set off directly from Florence in an air-conditioned van, then visit the villages along the protected Cinque Terre coastline by ferry and train with your tour leader. Stop to admire Pisa’s famed Leaning Tower on the drive back to Florence.

Swap Rome sightseeing for a day trip to another great Italian city—Florence. Rather than expensive taxi fares, enjoy the convenience of having high-speed train travel included, so you can get there in just over an hour. Once in Florence, enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Accademia Gallery, and benefit from the perk of having a guided city tour included too.

This private tour of Herculaneum stands out by offering skip-the-line admission and round-trip train tickets from Sorrento. After skipping waiting in potential entrance lines, explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site with a guide who takes you on a route to the main highlights while providing historical insight into ancient Roman history.

Discover the beauty of Ravenna's UNESCO mosaics with this guided tour. The eternal beauty of the mosaics kept inside some of the most famous UNESCO monuments of Ravenna, on a small group guided tour of the city center, and the UNESCO monuments known throughout the world. When booking, choose whether to start the tour directly from Ravenna, or whether to leave from Bologna by train, purchasing the option with return train tickets included.

Swap the city for the coast and cruise with this small-group tour to Capri from Rome. Travel independently by direct high-speed train from Rome to Naples, then meet your driver-guide for the scenic transfer to Piano di Sorrento, and set sail along the Sorrento coast to Capri. Take in island highlights such as the White and Green Grottos, the Natural Arch, Faraglioni rocks, and the Punta Carena Lighthouse. Then enjoy a few hours of free time to explore Capri town by land before the return crossing and train to Rome.

Discover the immortal charm of Pompeii and explore the most famous archaeological site in the world. This organized tour includes the train from Rome, the entrance ticket to the Archaeological Park of Pompeii and a guided tour. You will stroll through millennial streets, frescoed domus, theaters and markets discovering the secrets and anecdotes related to the tragic eruption of Vesuvius. A comfortable and perfectly planned excursion, ideal for families, culture and art lovers. • Reach Pompeii from Rome on a comfortable train without logistical stress • Explore the famous UNESCO World Heritage site with a Pro Guide • Stroll through ancient streets, frescoed domuses and theaters of the ancient world Choose the date of your trip, book your place now and get ready to discover the immortal charm of Pompeii!